2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Preview
HardwareThe 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is offered with two different engines.The standard engine in the Turbo 2.0T model is an all-aluminum,2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. It is rated at 210 hp and 223lb.-ft. of torque. The turbocharged model is offered with a 6-speedmanual transmission or a 5-speed electronically-controlled automatictransmission. According to Hyundai, the 2.0T model will reach anelectronically-limited 137 mph. It earns EPA fuel-economy estimates of20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (with the automatic transmission). TheV-6 model features a more powerful 3.8-liter 6-cylinder engine rated at306 hp and 266 lb.-ft of torque good for a 0-60 mph sprint in less than6 seconds with a top speed limited to 149 mph. The V-6 model is fittedwith either a 6-speed manual transmission or a ZF 6-speed automatictransmission. According to EPA estimates, the V-6 model with theautomatic transmission earns fuel-economy ratings of 18 mpg city and 26mpg highway.
All 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe models are rear-wheel drive (RWD) with asport-tuned MacPherson strut dual-link front suspension and 5-linkdesign rear suspension. The steering is hydraulically assistedrack-and-pinion with engine-speed-sensitive variable assist. Thestandard brake package includes single-piston calipers clamping discbrakes at all four corners. Wheels on the standard models are 18 inchesin diameter with all-season tires. The Track model mechanical upgradesinclude a sport-tuned suspension, 4-piston Brembo calipers on largerdisc brakes, wider 19-inch wheels with performance-oriented tires, anda limited-slip differential.
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